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As districts grapple with fully or partially reopening this fall in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, back to school is bound to look different. Our guide will help you prepare your children for the first day back — whether that’s virtually or in person.
Though guidance varies, many districts are encouraging — or requiring — students to wear face coverings while riding the bus and on campus. Given that the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend anyone over the age of 2 wear a face mask when in public, you might consider purchasing masks for your student to wear to school if they are attending — regardless of their school’s stance.
Knowing your child is wearing a mask might help ease any worries you may have about returning to school. Check out Finder’s guides to buying kids’ face masks to find kid-sized options. You can also shop for masks featuring Disney characters or American-made options.
Though the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children attend school in-person, many parents are considering homeschooling or enrolling in online school during this uncertain time. Use our guides to help you decide if homeschooling is the right choice for your family and find resources that support online learning.
Ease early-morning jitters by referring to this list to make sure the whole family is prepared for the first day.
Whether your kids leave the house to attend school or get to work in the living room, having specific activities planned for the afternoon can help organize the day. Here are a few of our favorite ideas:
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